How to Comfort a Monster
In this sweet picture book, a child attempts the impossible task of consoling a giant crying monster, but learns that his company is comfort enough.
Meet the Cephalopods
This beautifully illustrated nonfiction picture book dives deep into the lives of enigmatic, clever and fascinating cephalopods.
Meg and Greg: Moose on the Loose
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In the seventh book in the phonics-based, decodable Meg and Greg series, Meg and Greg are helping out in their community in four stories that introduce readers to vowel teams and gliding vowels. Includes illustrations and worksheets.
My Language Is a Garden
In this picture book, with a story told in rhyming verse, a parent tells their child about their heritage language and all that it represents, from ancient knowledge and medicines to exploration of the cosmos, and how by sharing this language, their hearts will be connected always.
No Brainer
In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Liv finds herself at the center of a feminist movement when she's teased and reprimanded for not wearing a bra.
Question Everything
This illustrated nonfiction book for middle-grade readers uses infographics, tips, facts and ideas to teach a critical approach to understanding the news and other media.
Sticking to the Facts
Part of the nonfiction Orca Take Action series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book gives young readers tools to spot fake news and actions to take to fight misinformation and disinformation.
Think Like a Scientist
This nonfiction book for middle-grade readers shares tips, facts and ideas about how to approach and understand the world from a scientific perspective.
We Can’t Wait to Hold You
Illustrated with photographs, this baby board book by acclaimed author Richard Van Camp is a buoyant ode to a baby on the way by those joyously awaiting their arrival.
Brianna Banana, Worst Surprise Ever
In this illustrated chapter book, Brianna's dreams of finally being the classroom helper are foiled when her class has a substitute teacher.
The First Christmas Tree
In this illustrated picture book, the Great Manitou searches for the right tree to give the Innu for their first Christmas tree in the cold northern winter.
One Beaded Earring
In this illustrated early chapter book, Delia loses one of her mother's treasured beaded earrings, leading her to learn about her Métis heritage when she asks her grandmother to help her replace it.
RO-BO
In this vibrant picture book, Milo only wants to play with his toy robot, RO-BO, until his mother makes him go out and play with other kids. Together the new friends go on a grand adventure thanks to RO-BO, but it is the power of their energetic play that ensures they get home safely.
Smart Machines
Part of the nonfiction Orca Think series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book introduces young readers to artificial intelligence and how this technology will influence humanity now and in the future.
Up in the Blue Sky
This illustrated nonfiction book provides a study of the sky from Earth's surface to distant space with information on animals, weather and astronomy in various elevations, in a unique format that will have readers feeling like they are flying higher and higher with each page.
It’s Me, Henry!
This picture book about a young boy on the autism spectrum highlights the way he functions differently from his classmates. His way of being in the world has both its challenges and its strengths.
All the Things We Found
In this middle-grade novel, Ruthie's mother announces she's pregnant again—but Ruthie is still mourning the death of her baby brother, who was stillborn. With help from her dog and a surprising new friend, Ruthie finds that while you can’t avoid grief, you can find comfort in honoring those you’ve lost.
Canine Connection
Part of the nonfiction Orca Wild series for middle-grade readers and illustrated with color photographs throughout, this book invites young readers to explore the relationship between dogs and humans, and how their bond has evolved throughout history.
Cracking the Code
Part of the nonfiction Orca Timeline series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book looks at the past, present and future of codes and codebreaking.
If You Meet a Barfing Bird
This illustrated nonfiction picture book explores the unique habits and survival skills of animals in the wild and the humorous consequences when kids try to help them.
Ink of Nightmares
This third and final instalment in the Book of Screams series includes stories about a child who finds a cell phone that traps him in time, a monster fish disguised as a parent, and Gory Gary, who materializes instead of Bloody Mary. Finally, it's up to Tanya to stop the evil ink before it conquers the world!
Just a Minute
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Part of the nonfiction Orca Timeline series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book is a comprehensive overview of time, and how and why we measure it.
Malice at the Mall
In this short horror novel for middle-grade readers, Mina finds herself pursued by murderous mannequins when she gets locked in the mall after hours.
